Cardinals vs 49ers: Key Highlights from a Heated Battle
Game Recap of Cardinals vs 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers are 2-3 on the year following a 24-23 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on a historically hot day in the South Bay. With a kickoff temperature of 95 degrees, this game set a new record-high for hottest regular season kickoff temperature at Levi's® Stadium, overtaking the previous record of 88 degrees on October 3, 2021.
Five Highlights from the Cardinals vs 49ers Showdown
- Franchise Record Reached for QB1: Quarterback Brock Purdy made history by becoming the fastest to reach 50 touchdowns with his performance, finishing with 19-of-35 passes for 244 yards.
- Purdy's main target, Brandon Aiyuk, emerged with 12 catches for 147 yards, dramatically boosting his season stats.
- Ground Game Check-In: Jordan Mason continued to excel, adding 89 yards on 14 carries, including a key 34-yard sprint.
- Special Teams Touchdown: A stunning play by special teams leader Deommodore Lenoir, who scooped up a blocked kick and returned it for a touchdown, kept the game competitive.
- Defensive lineman Nick Bosa picked off a pass from Kyler Murray, showcasing the 49ers' defensive prowess in crucial moments.
Injuries to Note
Wide receiver Jauan Jennings briefly left due to injury but returned. Safety Talanoa Hufanga did not return after a wrist injury, and kicker Jake Moody suffered a high ankle injury, which will require monitoring.
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